Immigration Reform Is a Moral Imperative

Laws to deal with those already here should respect each person's God-given dignity.

By

Ralph Reed And

Russell Moore

March 30, 2014 6:48 p.m. ET

Republicans in the House of Representatives—sensing the political winds at their backs heading into the midterm election and distrustful of President Obama's willingness to enforce the law—have opted to do nothing about immigration. Their strategy is shortsighted.

Reform will require moral courage and leadership, but it is necessary. Because of the federal government's failure to secure the border, antiquated policies and a patchwork of conflicting regulations, there are now millions of people who have overstayed visas or...